oregon hops
Jun 13 2010, 10:56 AM
Yesterday I ran the Helvetia half marathon for the first time.
This morning I noticed some light bruising on the inside my right calf about 3 inches above the ankle. The discolored area is about 2 inches in diameter. The muscle feels a little tender. I'm curious about how serious this is, or how common it is to have happen.
Other than some new blisters my legs and knees feel fine.
Dr. Jake
Jun 14 2010, 08:25 AM
Congrats on finishing Helvetia! Picking up mystery bruises on distance runs in fairly common. You probably just kicked your own leg while running and didn't even notice. It is possible to strain some muscles and have it feel like a bruise as well. I would put a little ice on it to be safe (10 min on 1 hr off). e sure to stretch a lot this week and really focus on re-hydration.
Cheers,
Dr Jake